IMRIS MR/X-ray head fixation device, Model HFD200

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    HFD Serial Number Drive Knob Serial Number 10002481 10003305 10002351 10005723 10004247 10002448
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Deerfield Imaging, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Breaking of the HFD200 Drive Knob force indicator due to over-torqueing of the drive knob beyond the maximum allowable pinning force specification may result in the clinical staff unknowingly pinning the patient's skull with insufficient force; the clinical staff unknowingly pinning the patient's skull with excessive force; or the clinical staff identifying the issue and not being able to continue with the procedure.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

IMRIS MR/X-ray head fixation device, Model HFD200

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

HFD Serial Number Drive Knob Serial Number 10002481 10003305 10002351 10005723 10004247 10002448

Distribution:

Distributed in: TN, NH, FL

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0163-2020

Related Recalls

Reports have been received that after normal or routine lateral forces are applied to the head fixation device, the split block clamp may deflect (rotationally around the axis) and not return to within acceptable distance from its prior position after the force is removed. In order to reduce deflection at the table mount location, users have tightened the hand knob screw to a degree that it is then difficult to untighten it later in the clinical workflow. Rotational movement at the table attachment point could result in HFD movement going unnoticed, which could result in a situation where surgical or medical intervention is necessary, a situation where navigation needs to be reestablished, or a situation resulting in extended time under anesthesia for the patient. It may also be difficult to loosen the mount clamp component after use, potentially leading to ergonomic injury or a workaround during equipment teardown.

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